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Politics · Middle EastEgypt's Sisi seeks parliamentary approval for Saudi defence aid
Egyptian President Abdel Fattah el-Sisi has called for an emergency parliamentary session to authorise him to approve any defence assistance requests from Saudi Arabia. The move follows escalating attacks on the kingdom by Yemen's Iran-backed Houthis. El-Sisi also confirmed he would not seek to extend his presidency beyond 2030.
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Science & Tech · Middle EastNew Crocodile Species Herugavialis cairensis Identified From 45-Million-Year-Old Fossils
Paleontologists have identified Herugavialis cairensis, a new species of extinct crocodile, from 45-million-year-old fossils found in Egypt's Mokattam Formation. The limestone used for the Great Sphinx was quarried from this formation, and a key fossil skull shares a missing snout tip with the monument.
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Conflict & Security · Middle EastUS approves $2.27 billion in arms sales to Middle East allies
The United States has approved a total of $2.27 billion in arms sales to the United Arab Emirates, Egypt, and Kuwait. The largest portion of the approved sales is for the UAE, which will receive up to 10,000 Advanced Precision Kill Weapon System guidance sections.
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Conflict & Security · Middle EastSisi meets CIA director to discuss regional crises
Egyptian President Abdel Fattah al-Sisi met with CIA Director John Ratcliffe in Cairo on Sunday. The leaders discussed the Iran crisis, the Gaza ceasefire, and regional security. Sisi reiterated Egypt's support for Sudan and Somalia.
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